UA’s Advertising, PR Program is Top Five Again
UA’s department of advertising and public relations has been named a top-five finalist in PRWeek’s Outstanding Education Program for the eighth time in the department’s history.
Colleges & Schools
It’s a Long Race: UA Senior Eager to Begin Career After Late Start
Anthony Reed had just finished the welding program at a nearby community college when advisers told him he had potential for more.
Former Wrestling Champ Set to Earn Master’s Degree from UA
Debra Marshall, who will complete her master’s degree in criminology and criminal justice at The University of Alabama in December, has a unique career history that aids in her graduate work: professional wrestling.
Stressed-out Boss is a Bad Boss, UA Research Concludes
Dr. Peter Harms, an assistant professor of management, examined the body of research into the relationship between leadership and stress. The conclusions show that a stressed-out boss can be a bad boss.
Music Student Becomes Capstone Village’s Own Artist in Residence
A pilot program brings together a doctoral student and residents of the on-campus retirement community. The common bond? Love of beautiful music.
UA to Hold Winter Commencement Exercises Dec. 16
The University of Alabama will hold its winter commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 16, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.
A Raw Deal
Dr. Mark Elliott is leading a project to get a grasp on how much raw wastewater, and the diseases it can spawn, flow into the water of Alabama’s Black Belt.
Computer Science Students Take Home First Place at HackATL
A team of College of Engineering students took home first place in a recent business competition.
Improved Sensors Could Reduce Energy Used for HVAC Systems
Engineering researchers at The University of Alabama are part of a nationwide project to find ways of reducing energy used to heat, cool and ventilate buildings.
McDaniel, UA Office to Expand Positive Behavior Services in Alabama
“Exciting” times are ahead for Dr. Sara McDaniel and the Alabama Positive Behavior Support Office, which has partnered with the Alabama Department of Education to expand its PBIS program.